Pierre Bonnard

Pierre Bonnard, born on October 3, 1867 in Fontenay-aux-Roses, was a French painter and printmaker who is considered one of the leading representatives of Post-Impressionism. Bonnard, who originally studied law, soon decided to pursue his true passion: art. He was a founding member of the artist group Les Nabis, which turned away from traditional painting and instead aimed for a symbolic and decorative art form. Bonnard's works are known for their bright colors and intimate depiction of everyday life, often with a touch of melancholy.

His artistic career began in the 1890s when he joined forces with other young artists such as Édouard Vuillard and Maurice Denis. Bonnard was known for his ability to capture the light and atmosphere of a moment, earning him the nickname "Painter of Happiness". His paintings are often characterized by a dreamy quality that transports the viewer to a world of calm and contemplation. Despite his successes, Bonnard remained a modest man who spent most of his life in the seclusion of the French countryside.

Interesting fact:

Bonnard was a master of improvisation. He was known for reworking his paintings over the years, often to the point where he would literally reclaim them from the walls of his friends and collectors to work on them further. Another curious detail is that Bonnard rarely painted directly in front of the subject. Instead, he made sketches and notes that he then turned into paintings in his studio. This way of working gave his works a unique, almost dreamlike quality that set them apart from the work of his contemporaries.

Important works of art & pictures by Pierre Bonnard:

1. "La Partie de croquet" (1892)
2. ""Femme au tub"" (1914)
3. "Le Déjeuner" (1923)
4. "Nu dans le bain" (1936)
5. ""La Terrasse à Vernon"" (1920)
6. "L'Atelier au mimosa" (1939-1946)
7. ""Le Jardin"" (1936)
8. ""La Sieste"" (1900)
9. "Le Café" (1915)
10. ""La Fenêtre ouverte"" (1921)"